PM Modi Uttarakhand visit: Prime Minister to conduct aerial survey in rain-ravaged state

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reached Uttarakhand’s Dehradun. He will conduct an aerial survey of disaster-hit districts of Uttarakhand.

India and Mauritius will take steps to conduct trade in local currency, said PM Modi after talks with his Mauritius counterpart.

"One of the major outcomes of this visit is our decision to offer a special economic package to Mauritius. This covers multiple elements, including development of the port of Port Louis, development and assistance for surveillance of the Chagos Marine Protected area, blended financial assistance in the form of grants and a line of credit for major projects," Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said.

Mauritius PM Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam said, "India, through its various governments, has accompanied Mauritius in its journey toward progress and development. We have benefited from India's generous assistance and expertise in key sectors of national development, including but not limited to health, education, capacity building, renewable energy, infrastructure, and maritime security. India's timely support in these areas continues to make a tangible difference in improving the quality of life of Mauritians...This is a special economic package, as the Prime Minister said, in education, energy, infrastructure, and health services. The Ayurvedic centre will also be an exceptional one, thanks to your blessing, Prime Minister..."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "IIT Madras and the Indian Institute of Plantation Management have signed agreements with the University of Mauritius. These agreements will take our partnership in research, education and innovation to new heights. A free, open, secure, stable and prosperous Indian Ocean is our common priority. India is fully committed to strengthening the security and maritime capacity of Mauritius's Exclusive Economic Zone. India has always stood as the first responder and a security provider in the Indian Ocean region. Mauritius' coast guard ship is being refitted in India. Their 120 officers are also being trained in India. Today, an agreement has been signed on cooperation in the field of hydrography and for the next five years, there will be joint survey of EEZ, mutual cooperation in navigation, charts and hydrography data."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Energy security is an important pillar of our partnership. India is assisting Mauritius in its energy transition. 100 electric buses are being provided to Mauritius, of which 10 have already arrived. The Comprehensive Partnership Agreement concluded in the field of energy will give it further impetus. We have decided to cooperate in the construction of a 17.5 Megawatt floating solar power plant at Tamarind Falls. So far, more than 5,000 Mauritian citizens have received training in India. During my March visit, it was decided to train 500 civil servants. I am very happy that the first batch is currently undergoing training in Mussoorie. Today, we have decided that a new Directorate of Science and Technology will be established in Mauritius, and soon we will also start training modules of Mission Karmayogi in Mauritius."

India and Mauritius will take steps to conduct trade in local currency, said PM Modi after talks with his Mauritius counterpart.

Mauritius PM Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam said, "...I also want to thank you, Prime Minister and your government for the generous courtesy that has been extended to us, to my delegation since our arrival. On our landing in Varanasi, both my wife and I were amazed at the welcome that we received. I believe no other Prime Minister has ever received. I'm glad it's in your constituency. I can understand why you get elected in such huge numbers. This is my fourth official visit to India..."

PM Narendra Modi said, "Mauritius is an important pillar of India’s 'Neighbourhood First' policy and vision 'MAHASAGAR'. Today, we held a comprehensive review of all aspects of our bilateral cooperation. We also exchanged views on regional and global issues... India has always supported decolonisation and full recognition of Mauritius’s sovereignty, and we have consistently stood firmly with Mauritius on this issue."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "India has always supported decolonisation and full recognition of Mauritius's sovereignty and has stood firmly with Mauritius in this. It is a matter of pride for India to be a trusted and primary partner in Mauritius' development. Today, we have decided on a special economic package keeping in mind the needs and priorities of Mauritius. It will strengthen infrastructure, create new employment opportunities and strengthen health facilities."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "I am proud to say that India and Mauritius are not just partners but a family. Mauritius is an important pillar of India's Neighbourhood First policy and Vision Mahasagar. In March, I had the privilege of attending the National Day celebrations of Mauritius. At that time, we gave our relations the status of Enhanced Strategic Partnership. Today, we have reviewed all aspects of bilateral cooperation in detail. We also shared views on regional and global issues. I heartily congratulate Prime Minister Ramgoolam and the people of Mauritius on the conclusion of the Chagos Agreement."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "It is a matter of pride for me that I am getting the opportunity to welcome you in my parliamentary constituency. Since time immemorial, Kashi has been a symbol of India's civilisation and cultural soul. Our culture and traditions reached Mauritius from India centuries ago and settled into the way of life there. Like the uninterrupted flow of Mother Ganga in Kashi, the continuous flow of Indian culture has been enriching Mauritius and today, when we are welcoming the friends of Mauritius in Kashi, it is not just a formality but a spiritual meeting."

PM Narendra Modi is addressing the media with Mauritius counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam.

MoUs (Memorandum of Understanding) signed between India and Mauritius in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mauritius Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds delegation-level talks with Prime Minister of Mauritius, Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, in Varanasi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.   

PM Narendra Modi held a roadshow in Varanasi. PM Modi will hold bilateral talk with his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi later today. Modi and Ramgoolam are expected to hold discussions on crucial matters of bilateral cooperation, with particular focus on development partnership and capacity building, according to an official statement.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Prime Minister of Mauritius, Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Mauritius PM is on a State Visit to India from 9–16 September.  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives a warm welcome on his arrival in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Varanasi, where he will hold bilateral talk with his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam.

Uttar Pradesh minister Dayashankar Mishra said, "Mauritius is considered the second India in the world. Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam arrived in Kashi yesterday...Today, Prime Minister Modi is coming to Kashi...Kashi is the cultural capital of the country...Today, there will be talks between them. Certainly, the relations between the two countries will be further strengthened..."

According to his itinerary, Mauritian PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam is scheduled to attend the Ganga 'aarti' on Thursday evening and visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple on Friday morning, before his departure.

Prime Minister of Mauritius, Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, met Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in Varanasi. At around 11.30 AM in Varanasi, the Prime Minister will host the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, who is on a State Visit to India from 9–16 September 2025.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will conduct an aerial survey of the disaster-affected areas of Uttarakhand on Thursday evening. According to a press note, following the survey, a high-level meeting will be held to discuss all aspects related to the disaster. In several parts of Uttarakhand, continuous rainfall has triggered ongoing land subsidence. Considering the extent of the damage, the state government has sought Rs 5,702 crore in relief assistance from the Centre. A central team has already visited the affected areas for inspection.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Thursday hold a roadshow in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi, where he will also host Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam, who is on a state visit to India from September 9 to 16. Ramgoolam arrived in Kashi on September 9 and was accorded a ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour. He was received by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel. According to a release, PM Modi will meet Mauritian PM Ramgoolam at around 11:30 AM in Varanasi. Later in the day, the Prime Minister will travel to Dehradun and undertake an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas in Uttarakhand at 4:15 PM, and chair a high-level review meeting at 5:00 PM.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand on September 11, according to an official press release. In Varanasi, PM Modi will host the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navinchandra Ramgoolam, who is on a State Visit to India from September 9 to 16. Thereafter, the Prime Minister will travel to Dehradun, where he will undertake an aerial survey of flood-affected areas in Uttarakhand and chair a high-level review meeting with officials.